Romans 12:10 Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another.

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New International Version
Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.

New Living Translation
Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.

English Standard Version
Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.

Berean Standard Bible
Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another.

Berean Literal Bible
devoted to one another in brotherly love, esteeming one another in honor,

King James Bible
Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;

New King James Version
Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another;

New American Standard Bible
Be devoted to one another in brotherly love; give preference to one another in honor,

NASB 1995
Be devoted to one another in brotherly love; give preference to one another in honor;

NASB 1977
Be devoted to one another in brotherly love; give preference to one another in honor;

Legacy Standard Bible
being devoted to one another in brotherly love, giving preference to one another in honor,

Amplified Bible
Be devoted to one another with [authentic] brotherly affection [as members of one family], give preference to one another in honor;

Christian Standard Bible
Love one another deeply as brothers and sisters. Take the lead in honoring one another.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Show family affection to one another with brotherly love. Outdo one another in showing honor.

American Standard Version
In love of the brethren be tenderly affectioned one to another; in honor preferring one another;

Contemporary English Version
Love each other as brothers and sisters and honor others more than you do yourself.

English Revised Version
In love of the brethren be tenderly affectioned one to another; in honour preferring one another;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Be devoted to each other like a loving family. Excel in showing respect for each other.

Good News Translation
Love one another warmly as Christians, and be eager to show respect for one another.

International Standard Version
Be devoted to each other with mutual affection. Excel at showing respect for each other.

Majority Standard Bible
Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another.

NET Bible
Be devoted to one another with mutual love, showing eagerness in honoring one another.

New Heart English Bible
In love of the brothers be tenderly affectionate one to another; outdo one another in showing honor;

Webster's Bible Translation
Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honor preferring one another;

Weymouth New Testament
As for brotherly love, be affectionate to one another; in matters of worldly honour, yield to one another.

World English Bible
In love of the brothers be tenderly affectionate to one another; in honor prefer one another,

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
in the love of brothers, to one another kindly affectioned: in the honor going before one another;

Berean Literal Bible
devoted to one another in brotherly love, esteeming one another in honor,

Young's Literal Translation
in the love of brethren, to one another kindly affectioned: in the honour going before one another;

Smith's Literal Translation
In brotherly love, being kindly affectioned to one another; in honour preceding one another.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
Loving one another with the charity of brotherhood, with honour preventing one another.

Catholic Public Domain Version
loving one another with fraternal charity, surpassing one another in honor:

New American Bible
love one another with mutual affection; anticipate one another in showing honor.

New Revised Standard Version
love one another with mutual affection; outdo one another in showing honor.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honor preferring one another;

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
Be affectionate to your brethren and love one another; be preferring and honoring one another.

NT Translations

Anderson New Testament
in love to the brotherhood, be kindly affectionate one to another; in showing honor, be examples one to another;

Godbey New Testament
kindly affectionate one to another with brotherly love; in honor preferring one another;

Haweis New Testament
In brotherly affection be tenderly attached to each other; in honour preferring one another:

Mace New Testament
in brotherly kindness be passionately affected to one another; in honour prefer one another:

Weymouth New Testament
As for brotherly love, be affectionate to one another; in matters of worldly honour, yield to one another.

Worrell New Testament
in brotherly love being tenderly affectionate one to another; in honor, preferring one another;

Worsley New Testament
be tenderly affected with brotherly love to each other, in honor preferring one another:

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

Love, Zeal, Hope, Hospitality
9Love must be sincere. Detest what is evil; cling to what is good. 10Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another. 11Do not let your zeal subside; keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.…

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Cross References

John 13:34-35
A new commandment I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you also must love one another. / By this everyone will know that you are My disciples, if you love one another.”

1 John 4:7-11
Beloved, let us love one another, because love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. / Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. / This is how God’s love was revealed among us: God sent His one and only Son into the world, so that we might live through Him. ...

Philippians 2:3-4
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves. / Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.

1 Peter 1:22
Since you have purified your souls by obedience to the truth so that you have a genuine love for your brothers, love one another deeply, from a pure heart.

1 Thessalonians 4:9
Now about brotherly love, you do not need anyone to write to you, because you yourselves have been taught by God to love one another.

Ephesians 4:2
with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love,

Colossians 3:12-14
Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. / Bear with one another and forgive any complaint you may have against someone else. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. / And over all these virtues put on love, which is the bond of perfect unity.

1 Corinthians 13:4-7
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. / It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no account of wrongs. / Love takes no pleasure in evil, but rejoices in the truth. ...

Galatians 5:13-14
For you, brothers, were called to freedom; but do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh. Rather, serve one another in love. / The entire law is fulfilled in a single decree: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”

Hebrews 13:1
Continue in brotherly love.

1 John 3:11
This is the message you have heard from the beginning: We should love one another.

1 John 3:18
Little children, let us love not in word and speech, but in action and truth.

1 Peter 3:8
Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tenderhearted and humble.

Matthew 22:37-39
Jesus declared, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ / This is the first and greatest commandment. / And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’

1 John 2:10
Whoever loves his brother remains in the light, and there is no cause of stumbling in him.

Treasury of Scripture

Be kindly affectionate one to another with brotherly love; in honor preferring one another;

kindly.

John 13:34,35
A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another…

John 15:17
These things I command you, that ye love one another.

John 17:21
That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me.

with brotherly love.

Job 1:4
And his sons went and feasted in their houses, every one his day; and sent and called for their three sisters to eat and to drink with them.

Psalm 133:1
A Song of degrees of David. Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!

in honour.

Genesis 13:9
Is not the whole land before thee? separate thyself, I pray thee, from me: if thou wilt take the left hand, then I will go to the right; or if thou depart to the right hand, then I will go to the left.

Matthew 20:26
But it shall not be so among you: but whosoever will be great among you, let him be your minister;

Luke 14:10
But when thou art bidden, go and sit down in the lowest room; that when he that bade thee cometh, he may say unto thee, Friend, go up higher: then shalt thou have worship in the presence of them that sit at meat with thee.

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Romans 12

1. God's mercies must move us to offer ourselves.
3. No man must think too well of himself;
6. but everyone attend to the calling wherein he is placed.
9. Love, and many other duties are required of us.
19. Revenge is especially forbidden.

Berean Study Bible

Be devoted
The Greek word used here is "philostorgos," which combines "philos" (meaning beloved or dear) and "storgos" (meaning natural affection, as found in family relationships). This term suggests a deep, familial love that goes beyond mere friendship. In the context of the early Christian community, this devotion was crucial for maintaining unity and support among believers who often faced persecution. The call to be devoted is a reminder of the commitment and loyalty that should characterize Christian relationships, reflecting the steadfast love God shows to His children.

to one another
This phrase emphasizes the mutual nature of the relationship among believers. The Greek "allelon" indicates reciprocity, suggesting that this devotion is not one-sided but shared among all members of the Christian community. Historically, the early church was a radical community where social barriers were broken down, and all were considered equal in Christ. This mutual devotion is a testament to the transformative power of the Gospel, which calls believers to live in harmony and unity.

in brotherly love
The term "philadelphia" is used here, which literally means "brotherly love." This word was often used in the context of family relationships, but Paul extends it to the entire Christian community. In the Greco-Roman world, such familial terms were not typically applied to non-relatives, making this a radical concept. The early church was known for its love and care for one another, which served as a powerful witness to the surrounding culture. This brotherly love is a reflection of the love that Christ has for us, and it is through this love that the world will know we are His disciples.

Outdo yourselves
The Greek word "proegeomai" means to lead the way or to go before. This phrase suggests a proactive approach to honoring others, encouraging believers to take the initiative in showing respect and esteem. In a culture that often sought honor for oneself, this exhortation flips the script, calling Christians to prioritize the honor of others above their own. This selfless attitude is a reflection of Christ's humility and servanthood, as He came not to be served but to serve.

in honoring one another
The word "time" in Greek refers to honor, value, or price. In the context of the early church, honoring one another meant recognizing the inherent worth and dignity of each person as created in the image of God and redeemed by Christ. This was especially significant in a diverse community where social, economic, and ethnic differences could easily lead to division. By honoring one another, believers demonstrate the unity and equality that are found in Christ, serving as a powerful testimony to the world of the transformative power of the Gospel.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(10) With brotherly love.--Better translated as in the margin, In love of the brethren (fellow Christians) be kindly affectioned. The word for "kindly affectioned" is specially used of the family relation, and is, therefore, appropriately applied to the brotherhood of the Christian family.

Preferring one another.--Rather, perhaps, anticipating one another. The Christian is to take the initiative, and show honour or respect to others without waiting for them to show it to him.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 10. - In brotherly love (φιλαδελφίᾳ) be kindly affectioned (φιλόστοργοι) one to another (φιλαδελφία, expressing the love of Christians for each other, is a special form or manifestation of general ἀάπη. In it there should be ever the warmth of family affection, στοργή); in honour preferring one another; literally, according to the proper sense of προηγούμενοι, taking the lead of each other in honour - i.e., in showing honour, rather than equivalent to ἀλλήλους ἡγούμενοι ὑπερέχοντας ἑαυτῶν in Philippians 2:3.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Greek

Be devoted
φιλόστοργοι (philostorgoi)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 5387: From philos and storge; fond of natural relatives, i.e. Fraternal towards fellow Christian.

to
εἰς (eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

one another
ἀλλήλους (allēlous)
Personal / Reciprocal Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 240: One another, each other. Genitive plural from allos reduplicated; one another.

in brotherly love.
φιλαδελφίᾳ (philadelphia)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5360: Brotherly love, love of Christian brethren. From philadelphos; fraternal affection.

Outdo yourselves
προηγούμενοι (proēgoumenoi)
Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 4285: To lead onward by example, go before, prefer. From pro and hegeomai; to lead the way for others, i.e. Show deference.

in honoring
τιμῇ (timē)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5092: A price, honor. From tino; a value, i.e. Money paid, or valuables; by analogy, esteem, or the dignity itself.

one another.
ἀλλήλους (allēlous)
Personal / Reciprocal Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 240: One another, each other. Genitive plural from allos reduplicated; one another.

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